2005 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1971 Fiat 500
To start off, 2005 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1971 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500. 2005 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bristol Blenheim | 1971 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Bristol | Fiat |
Model | Blenheim | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 27 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 1850 mm |